When are you visiting Austin?

Four Star Austin hotels

For a true taste of Texan hospitality, head to its capital, Austin. The city is the self-proclaimed live music capital of the world, renowned for its live concerts and shows. With over 250 music venues, you’ll find music on every corner. It’ll even greet you at the airport on your arrival. This isn’t all the city has to offer though. It also has flourishing food and arts scenes. Quality entertainment can be found in the city’s many theaters and there are countless superb restaurants serving up inspiring, top-notch cuisine. Austin also has a diverse and growing art scene. The city also boasts an abundance of parks and leisure pursuits including hiking, boating, and swimming. If you’re looking to treat yourself, Austin won’t disappoint.

Things to see in Austin

Enjoy a night of refined entertainment at the Paramount Theater, with its constantly changing line-up of plays, music shows, and movies. Since it first opened in 1915, the theater has built up a great reputation within the city for its high-caliber entertainment. If you’re looking for leisurely pursuits, take a trip to the scenic Lady Bird Lake, one of the Colorado River’s reservoirs. Take a boat ride around this pretty lake; public tours and private rentals are available and you can also hire a private charter with Lone Star Riverboat. If you love architecture, head to the Texas State Capitol. Built in 1888, its impressive Renaissance revival building is situated in leafy grounds, dotted with various monuments and statues. History aficionados should head for the Bullock Texas State History Museum. Discover the history of Texas in detail over the museum's 3 floors of exhibits. Austin has an arty, creative side, and art lovers can enjoy the Blanton Museum of Art and the relatively new grayDUCK gallery.

4-star hotels in Austin

There are many 4-star hotels in Austin which provide guests with style and luxury and plenty of home comforts. This makes the city a fabulous destination if you want to treat yourself to some four-star glamour on your upscale Austin vacation. If you prefer the flexibility of catering for yourself, or dining out in some of Austin’s high-class restaurants, you can find a great selection of 4-star apartments in Austin located around Lady Bird Lake, offering the same levels of comfort and quality as the hotels.

Where to stay in Austin

Austin’s four-star hotels and apartments located on the banks of the Lady Bird River put you in close proximity to the city center, but with stunning views over the water. If you want to be right in the middle of the action, choose one of the contemporary city hotels in Downtown. Its Sixth Street Entertainment District is right in the center of the city’s buzzing bars and restaurants. East Austin is particularly well-known for its Tex-Mex eateries, but is also a hub of trendy hotels, bars, and coffee houses.

How to get to Austin

Many international visitors and those from other states fly into Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Many big-name car rental companies are located at the airport, offering you a convenient way to get around during your stay. If you’d prefer not to drive, the Capital Metro is another option. This is Austin’s public transport system network and is a mix of buses and trains. Of course, there are always cabs available if you prefer the convenience of a taxi.